The NHL All-Star weekend is almost here and honestly the game can be a bit of a snooze fest. Some players decline their invitations, and others play half-hearted with little motivation. There have been some positive changes in the last few years but what else can be done?

Despite having the best player in the NHL the Edmonton Oilers have been a disaster. They have traded away multiple assets for duds (I'm looking at you Ryan Spooner) and have signed some questionable contracts *cough* Lucic *cough*. What can the Winnipeg Jets learn from their mistakes? With the franchise in turmoil is there any way for the Jets to capitalize?

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(0:40 ) - All Star tweaks

(10:56 ) - Exploiting Edmonton